1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 272 kg more than 2009 Volvo V70.
Because 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Grand Safari | V70 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |